Worcester Crematorium
Worcester Crematorium, nestled approximately 2 miles north of the River Severn in Worcester City, offers a serene setting spanning 68 hectares. The crematorium building, surrounded by lush lawns, flower beds, historic gravestones, and towering trees, occupies a central position within the vast grounds. This area, encompassing 1.8 hectares, includes the crematorium, chapel, and open spaces adjacent to Barbourne Brook, defining its boundary.
The crematorium complex houses the Bereavement team reception, offices, meeting rooms, staff welfare facilities, and a public car park with 61 spaces, including disabled parking. Gardens of remembrance, a garden of solace, and a wreath terrace contribute to the tranquil ambience.
Accessibility is prioritised, with provisions such as a manual wheelchair on request, an induction loop system for hearing-impaired visitors, and large print hymn books for the visually impaired. Two disabled parking bays are available in the car park.
Worcester's Chapel, or Astwood Chapel, accommodates up to 105 seated individuals with additional standing space. The chapel hosts two 30-minute morning services and nine 45-minute services throughout the day. External speakers enable people to stand outside and listen to larger attendances, and a waiting room with a flat-screen TV accommodates extra mourners.
The chapel offers versatility for services of any denomination or faith, with options for visual tributes, live webcasting, and recording services onto various media. Musical preferences are honoured, and families can choose from an extensive music library or opt for an electric organ at no extra charge.
After the service, the exit door opens onto the wreath terrace, providing a gathering space for family and friends around floral tributes.
Please remember: you need to book an appointment at the Worcester Crematorium in order to discuss your plans. We’d be happy to help you do this, so feel free to get in touch with one of our personal advisers.
Facts & figures
- The chapel seats 105 mourners
- 2 miles north of River Severn
- 68ha of grounds
- Disabled access
- Garden of Remembrance
- Natural burial area
Public viewing times (for visiting the crematorium)
Monday 9:00am - 4:00pm
Tuesday 9:00am - 4:00pm
Wednesday 9:00am - 4:00pm
Thursday 9:00am - 4:00pm
Friday 9:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
The cemetery grounds remain open 8am - 4.15pm in October to March, and from 8am to 8pm for the rest of the year.
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Directions
From Merrimans Hill:
Head southeast and turn onto Green Lane. At the roundabout, take the first exit onto Astwood Road and B4550. Continue, and at the next roundabout, exit onto Tintern Ave. Continue until you reach your destination.
From Brickfields:
Head northwest on Goldsmith Road towards Turners Close. Turn left onto Windermere Drive. At the roundabout, take the first exit onto Blackpole Road, then right onto Brickfields Road. At the roundabout, continue straight onto Tintern Avenue and your destination.
From Whittington:
Take Church Ln to Whittington Rd/A4440. Continue on A4440. Take Woodgreen Drive/B4638 to Ambleside Drive in Worcester and continue on Ambleside Drive. Take Brickfields Rd to Tintern Avenue and the crematorium.
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